By Laura McAlisterFashion doesn't have to be complicated or expensive, according to Darlene Real Higginbotham. It just has to be practical, yet polished, she said.As owner and founder of Appearance Matters Inc., Darlene does everything from hosting fashion shows and seminars to coaching stay-at-home moms and business professionals on how to look their best. As the name … [Read more...]
Summer Camp Guide 2012
By June Mathews Journal ContributorDoes your budding ballerina need a place to learn pirouettes and plies this summer? There’s a camp for that.Or are you the parent of a young computer geek who had rather spend vacation time learning about software technology? There’s a camp for that, too.In fact, there’s a camp for almost any interest, and we can help you find it … [Read more...]
Swing Into Spring
Photos by John PopeHaley Harrod, 17, of Vestavia Hills is ready to take Ariettie for a walk in this Covet painted stripe dress, multi color, $56.80. This look is complete with woven strap wrap around wedges, $36.80, Ball Stud Earrings, $14.80 and 36” mesh chain necklace, Hematite, $18.50. Private Gallery, 969-1559Carmen Smith, 13, of Birmingham with Tosh is ready for … [Read more...]
Heart-y Meals
By Lynn Grisard FullmanSharing a meal can be romantic, especially if you choose a quiet place, a remote corner and order something special, whether a plump steak, crisp salad or towering dessert.This year, as the Alabama Tourism Department promotes the Year of Alabama Food, (www.yearofAlabamafood.com) the state’s restaurants are in the limelight, making it easy to … [Read more...]
Upbeat about Their Business
By Laura McAlister Journal EditorThe outside of one of Vestavia Hills' newest businesses is nothing out of the ordinary. But step inside and it's clear that The Studio is different.The Studio is home to a one-of-a-kind music studio, KJP, slated to officially open later this month. Ahmad A. Farzad is owner and, along with friend and business partner Steve Stanek, KJP's … [Read more...]